OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Work with the Team to create seasonal food and drink menus for the site and any events for the client and its visitors
Oversee all staff, including kitchen assistants, chefs, and servers, ensuring that the team's creations meet the client's needs. They must also ensure that all legal and company requirements are meet daily
Be responsible for training team members on menus, serving procedures, company etiquette, safety standards, and regulations
You will need to adhere to budgets set by their line manager when planning catering operations, allocating the budget for food, cooking equipment, staffing, and equipment
Establish relationships with vendors and ensure that food and other supplies are bought from the correct vendor, ensuring the best prices are obtained
You should have experience in the management of Contract Catering operations and teams and should also have a full understanding of the entire catering operation
Possess a Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent, as well as unit management experience within the Contract Catering sector
You should have proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of chefs
Experienced in building relationships with clients and staff, ensuring that the client's expectations are met every day
Must be prepared to undergo a DBS or Enhanced Security check
A NVQ Level 3, Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Hospitality is beneficial
Have management experience within the contract catering industry is essential
Good time-management and organisational abilities
Competent with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel
While not always mandatory, having a food hygiene certificate (Level 2) is advantageous
If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.